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For the entirety of the Artemis II mission, the use of a space toilet caught the public eye, both when it worked properly and ...

You’ve Been Pooping All Wrong’ debunks misconceptions and reveals how to make pooping healthier, easier, and more comfortable ...

To promote regularity, some people drink warm water, follow a high fiber diet, and sit on the toilet at the same time every ...

Giant migrating contractions (GMCs) are powerful waves of colonic movement that propel intestinal contents toward the anus ...

In her new book You've Been Pooping All Wrong, Dr. Trisha Pasricha shares habits and practices to make your relationship with ...

This smart and funny debut guide from gastroenterologist Pasricha teaches readers the fundamentals of gut health. During her medical training, Pasricha came to realize that “people quite simply do not ...

Fruits are packed with essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and both soluble and insoluble fibres, all of which play a vital role in supporting various bodily functions and overall ...

A gastroenterologist was surprised to find that so many of her patients struggled with pooping—and they didn’t know how to talk about it. The following is an excerpt from “You’ve Been Pooping All ...

Consistent fiber intake and adequate fluids matter more than exact timing for regular bowel movements. Eating fiber earlier in the day or with dinner can support your body’s natural rhythm, but ...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Colorectal cancer is one of the nation’s most common, and deadliest, cancers, but doctors say it’s also highly preventable and treatable when caught early through screening.

Bowel cancer has been making headlines around the world, following the death last week of actor James Van Der Beek. The former Dawson’s Creek actor was diagnosed with colorectal cancer at age 45.